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Gable Steveson transitions from Olympic wrestling to MMA career

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 5:37 PM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Gable Steveson transitions from Olympic wrestling to MMA career

Summary

Gable Steveson, a gold medalist in Olympic wrestling, has pivoted to mixed martial arts following a short stint in the NFL and professional wrestling. Steveson, who recorded a stellar college wrestling career from 2018 to 2022 at Minnesota, made his MMA debut in September 2025 and has won all three of his fights by TKO. His varied athletic journey includes being a five-time All-American and two-time NCAA champion before winning gold in Tokyo 2021. At 26, he aims to continue his success in the UFC, building on his impressive wrestling background.

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By the Numbers

•Steveson attended the University of Minnesota 2018-2022, with a record of 103-3.
•He won a gold medal in the Men's Freestyle 125kg event at the 2021 Olympics.
•Steveson has won all three of his MMA fights, each by TKO.
•He previously signed with the Buffalo Bills but was released before the season.
•His pro wrestling career with WWE ended in 2024 after failing to resonate with viewers.

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